2023 - 2024 Catalog
Program: Computer Information Technology (Networking Security Awards)
Title: Information Security Occupational Skills Award
(Occupational Skills Award)
NEW
- Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
- Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.
Degree Plan Code: OSA.CIT.INFO.SEC
The Information Security Occupational Skills Award is designed to provide an introductory background for students interested in learning about protecting information systems and networks from security threats. Security terminology and theory, administrative controls, protection from viruses, firewall design, and incident postmortem reporting is introduced. The award also provides preparatory training for those wishing to take the Security+ certification exam.
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ITCC 1314 | CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks | 3 |
| ITSC 1316 | Linux Installation and Configuration | 3 |
| Semester Total | 6 | |
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ITSY 1300 | Fundamentals of Information Security | 3 |
| Semester Total | 3 | |
| Minimum Hours Required | 9 | |
|---|---|---|
NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.